‘Detective Chinatown’ Helmer Chen Sicheng’s Palliative Comedy ‘Being Towards Death’ U.K.-Bound With Trinity CineAsia
Trinity CineAsia has acquired the U.K. distribution rights for Chen Sicheng's latest film, 'Being Towards Death.' This palliative comedy, which premiered at the Beijing International Film Festival, will open in selected Odeon venues on June 5. The film follows a man who, after personal tragedy, provides mental support to cancer patients, leading to unexpected adventures.
- ▪Trinity CineAsia has secured U.K. distribution rights for 'Being Towards Death.'
- ▪The film is directed by Chen Sicheng, known for the 'Detective Chinatown' series.
- ▪It follows a debt-ridden man who becomes involved in the final wishes of cancer patients.
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Home Film News May 29, 2026 4:11am PT ‘Detective Chinatown’ Helmer Chen Sicheng’s Palliative Comedy ‘Being Towards Death’ U.K.-Bound With Trinity CineAsia By Naman Ramachandran Plus Icon Naman Ramachandran Latest ‘Game of Thrones’ Play ‘The Mad King’ Unveils Full Cast for Royal Shakespeare Company World Premiere 12 minutes ago Korea Forms Committee to Hammer Out Six-Month Theatrical Window Deal 2 hours ago ‘Exhuma’ Spinoff Webtoon ‘Maengjong’ Sets Naver Debut 2 hours ago See All Trinity CineAsia Trinity CineAsia has acquired U.K. distribution rights to “Being Towards Death,” the latest feature from “Detective Chinatown” franchise director Chen Sicheng and one of mainland China’s first palliative comedies, with the film set to open at selected Odeon venues on June 5.
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